Gen Z and Gen Y Canadians want to work in creative industries, says study

TORONTO — Young Canadians “are more eager than ever” to work in creative and behind-the-scenes roles in the current cultural media landscape in Canada, according to a new study released today by Ontario Creates, the provincial agency that facilitates economic development and investment in creative industries. The study, titled The Future of the Creative Workforce, was conducted by Vice Media Group, which surveyed 1,000 young Canadians (500 Gen Z (18-24 years old) and 500 young Gen Y (25-30 years old)) to gauge awareness and interest in creative industry careers and the skills required to succeed in the new media landscape....